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26 Episodes 2023 - 0
Episode 1
Sat, Oct 7, 2023 27 mins
Lidia invites viewers back into her kitchen, where her family, her story all began. Recipes include Focaccia di Recco, Rigatoni with Sausage and Cabbage.
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 14, 2023 27 mins
When it comes to a surefire win, you can't go wrong with barbecue. Recipes include Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, Cider Vinegar Spritz and Spicy Vinegar Ribs and potatoes.
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 21, 2023 27 mins
Lidia showcases a menu fit to feed all her friends. Recipes include the ultimate Italian Cheeseboard; Skillet Sausage & Peppers, and St. Joseph's Zeppole.
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 28, 2023 27 mins
Every so often, it's nice to have something special, like lobster night. Everybody likes grilled vegetables; grilled corn, zucchini, and tomato salad is a fun and impressive way to serve them. Her grandson, Ethan Bastianich, comes over for a lesson on how to eat lobster like Lidia. She then prepares a memory maker, spicy lobster linguine, half the fun is seeing everyone working through the lobster with their hands.
Episode 5
Sat, Nov 4, 2023 27 mins
Lidia always says food is meant to bring joy, and this meal will surely bring a smile to any table. To start, she serves up Radicchio, Endive, Apple and Pecorino with Cheese Toasts. When making this salad, take the time to make the cheese toast, it adds that extra something to an already colorful dish. To complete the meal, Skillet Ricotta Mini-Meat Loaves. These individual portions are dressed in a mushroom sauce to make this family favorite a special treat.
Episode 6
Sat, Nov 11, 2023 27 mins
It's important to Lidia to be inclusive at the dinner table, and cook dishes that meet the dietary restrictions of all, from vegetarian to gluten-free. Lidia prepares Butternut Squash and Cannellini Beans. Each bite boasts a sweetness balanced by the tartness of the balsamic and can be served on toast. Lidia's granddaughter, Julia Manuali, swings by the kitchen and whips up a quick and easy dessert of Strawberries and Balsamic.
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 18, 2023 27 mins
Lidia cooks up gorgonzola celery, pumpkin risotto, and liver Venetian-style.
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 25, 2023 27 mins
Italians are serious about their celebrations. Lidia is ready to celebrate, starting with her winter panzanella. Then Lidia's granddaughter stops by to make a crespelle bar. Lidia's mother, Grandma Erminia, was the expert maker of farina gnocchi cooked in a good stock.
Episode 9
Fri, Nov 17, 2023 27 mins
Dinner doesn't have to feel like a struggle. First, it's kale salad with avocado and pistachios, a best-selling salad at Felidia that became part of Lidia's family meals at home. Then, Lidia makes her go-to sauce, marinara, with her grandson, Ethan. And to complete this quick and easy meal, it's Lidia's no-mess cheesy Bbked chicken wings.
Episode 10
Sat, Dec 9, 2023 27 mins
What fuels Lidia's soul are the memories of her loved ones. Today, her dandelion and chickpea salad brings back memories of foraging for this simple nutritious childhood favorite. And sometimes it's the warmth a dish delivers, like her one-pan chicken and eggplant parmigiana. It's easy to make while still satisfying that classic craving.
Episode 11
Sat, Dec 16, 2023 27 mins
Lidia believes in the power of food. And today she shapes fresh pasta into Fuzi with her grandson, Ethan, to make a traditional Sunday dish from her childhood, Fuzi with Chicken Ragu. Making this dish transports Lidia through time with each stir. And her no-bake Chocolate Ricotta Brick Cake makes one delicious dessert.
Episode 12
Sat, Dec 23, 2023 27 mins
Lidia reminds viewers to savor the time to gather around the table with loved ones. Granddaughter Olivia joins Lidia to make a simple, yet elegant Citrus and Fennel Salad. Then, Lidia walks through how to make Smashed Garlic Rosemary Potatoes with ease, and Lidia's Roast Pork Shoulder requires time to cook, but the oven does most of the work.
Episode 13
Sat, Dec 30, 2023 27 mins
Today, Lidia shows how to cook for one person. Pasta makes great leftovers, and this fettuccine with caramelized onions, bacon, and olives is rich in flavor and takes no time. Lidia shares a favorite orange spritz recipe that reminds her of her grandfather. Lidia's simple roast chicken features her favorite flavors of rosemary and lemon. It's just Lidia today, so let's cook for one.
Episode 14
Sat, Jan 6, 2024 27 mins
Joining Lidia at the table for some traditional winter fare of the northern Italian mountains. On a bed of soft polenta, Lidia serves up a heartwarming Mushroom Ragu. Then Lidia percolates the perfect cup of Italian coffee, with Lorenzo using her Moka Pot. To finish the meal, she makes her rendition of Kaiserschmarrn, a favorite mountain treat of the grandchildren, it's a fluffy, light, eggy pancake topped with jam.
Episode 15
Sat, Jan 13, 2024 27 mins
This episode is all about ricotta. Lidia makes a delicious Easy Bruschetta using three ingredients or less with her grandson Miles. Then it's a much-loved classic baked pasta, Crespelle Manicotti, filled with spinach ricotta stuffing.
Episode 16
Sat, Jan 20, 2024 27 mins
Lidia cooks Cheese Crisps, Bucatini with Broccoli Walnut Pesto, and Turkey Stuffed Peppers.
Episode 17
Sat, Jan 27, 2024 27 mins
Winter Minestrone and Roasted Squash and Carrot Salad with Chickpeas and Almonds.
Episode 18
Sat, Feb 3, 2024 27 mins
Learning how to revel in the glory of cooking dinner. Full of flavor, with simple execution, Spicy Sheet Pan Pork Chops and Broccoli, is a one-sheet wonder that gets dinner on the table in no time. Following along as Lidia teaches her grandson Miles how to Revive Leftover Soup for an easy weeknight meal. And it doesn't hurt to have dessert on hand and ready, her Apricot Jam Half-Moons are a favorite in the Bastianich house.
Episode 19
Fri, Feb 9, 2024 27 mins
Lidia's stovetop is full of love, starting with Pork Guazzetto with Beans. Country-style ribs are stewed with cannellini beans to make one complete meal in each bowl shared.
Episode 20
Sat, Feb 17, 2024 27 mins
Lidia cooks her favorite Italian meals, including her rendition of Mussel Bruschetta and Spaghetti in Lemon Cream Sauce.
Episode 21
Sat, Feb 24, 2024 27 mins
Cooking together creates a special connection. A quick pesto pasta makes for a great weeknight meal, and Lidia's Penne with Cauliflower and Green Olive Pesto is perfect just for that. And with a little bit of planning ahead, Lidia's Poached Chicken and Giardiniera Salad is a complete meal packed with protein, vegetables, color, and flavor.
Episode 22
Sat, Mar 2, 2024 27 mins
Time spent in the kitchen shapes and develops your palette, technique, and confidence. Today, Lidia reveals the secret to her Shaved Artichoke, Spinach, and Mortadella Salad.
Episode 23
Sat, Mar 9, 2024 27 mins
Lidia looks forward to visiting the market in the spring. The colors, the scents, and the first crop all inspire her creative side to start cooking after a long winter.
Episode 24
Sat, Mar 16, 2024 27 mins
Lidia constantly says, "Let the ingredients shine!" When you choose high-quality ingredients, allow them to speak for themselves. And today is no exception, with Lidia's Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini, and Egg Salad, a simple yet substantial lunch recipe.
Episode 25
Sat, Mar 23, 2024 27 mins
Lidia gets creative, making a vibrant yellow saffron Seafood and Leek Risotto, starring shrimp and scallops.
Episode 26
Sat, Mar 30, 2024 27 mins
Lidia teaches that combining simple ingredients can yield extraordinary results. To start, Lidia creates a colorful Summer Panzanella, adding her special touch of roasted zucchini and onions. Lidia also teaches another eye-catching, yet simple recipe of Warm Shrimp and Squash Ribbon Salad.